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Stroll a 700-foot pier, hunt for shark teeth on the sand and watch herons at a bird rookery on Florida’s Gulf Coast.
Walk or fish from the 700-foot pier, browse its small cafes and shops, then stay for a sunset that photographers love.
Thousands of shark teeth and fossils wash up on this beach. Sift the sand for your own, or buy shark-tooth jewelry from the shops nearby.
Spend a quiet hour watching herons and other birds, and pack a picnic. Fires are prohibited because they disturb the birds.
Lay out a beach mat, collect seashells, build sand castles or join a beach game on this wide stretch of Gulf sand.
This short, easy hike beyond the Myakka River suits beginners, with a longer loop for experienced hikers and green wilderness views.
Old-world charm and friendly shops make this one of Venice’s most popular stops for clothing, trinkets and souvenirs.
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